Romanian Social Democratic Party's leader wants new referendum on remaining in the ruling coalition

Sorin Grindeanu, leader of Romania’s Social Democratic Party (PSD) - the largest party in the four-member ruling coalition - said he is considering organising a “slightly extended” internal referendum to ask party members whether they want to continue governing under prime minister Ilie Bolojan or prefer another Liberal (PNL) prime minister, and whether the reformist USR should remain in the coalition. Not clear what he would do with the outcome of the referendum, however.

Grindeanu also warned that the government should not submit the 2026 budget law to Parliament without his approval, suggesting that PSD lawmakers could vote against the bill if it is tabled without prior agreement within the coalition, G4media.ro reported.